2003 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2003 Holden Barina and 2003 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Barina | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |